Last month, Toprak Razgalioglu brought BMW its first WSBK championship title. While it would be understandable to rest on its laurels, BMW has gone back to work on its motorcycle, launching an updated version of the M 1000 RR that features an overhauled engine, modified frame and new fender design.
The new M RR doesn’t look too different from its predecessor, with the main visual differences being the new, less angular winglets. The windshield has a similar shape to the old one, but now has a small opening at its bottom, just in front of the TFT screen. Look closer and you’ll notice that the front cover is made of plastic, not carbon fiber like the previous model.
The flaps are still made of carbon fiber. The new shape is designed to produce more downforce, both in the upright position and when tilted. According to BMW, the new M 1000 RR produces an additional 33% more downforce at various speeds.
The valve guides have been shortened and are now flush with the port surface. The intake valve discs now have a pronounced edge to prevent backflow, while the exhaust valves have smoother transitions and the seat angles have been reduced to 40° from 45°. The pistons also had to be redesigned to accommodate the new thermal and mechanical stresses from all the other changes. The titanium exhaust system has also been revised to match the oval-shaped tailpipes.
Engine updates help it comply with Euro5+ standards, with BMW claiming a maximum output of 218bhp (a 6bhp increase over the previous version) for European market models.
The 2025 M 1000 RR, along with the S 1000 RR and R Street Fighters, gets a new M Quick-Action throttle with just 58° of rotation compared to the previous 72°, reducing hand and wrist strain. The throttle position sensor and engine management system are adjusted accordingly to maintain a linear progression from 0 to 100% throttle.
The electronics package has been updated with a new Dynamic Traction Control system with sliding control, which combines input from the steering angle and wheel speed sensors to determine the optimal drift angle. The system will intervene if the slip angle is in danger of exceeding this calculated drift angle.
The Race ABS Pro system has also been updated with a new drag assist function and a new setting designed for use with racing images. Slip Brake Assist works similarly to DTC’s slip control, but works by modulating rear wheel brake pressure. The new setting calibrates the ABS settings to adapt to the characteristics of skid tires.
The 2025 BMW M 1000 RR is available in two versions. The basic model is in bright white with WSBK M Motorsport graphics and the number 60 of Michael van der Mark. The M Competition package replaces the Black Storm Metallic paint scheme with the number 54 of world champion Razgatlioglu.
Expect the new M 1000 RR to hit showrooms in the second quarter of 2025. Pricing will be announced closer to launch.
Source: www.moto-berza.com
